Cab driver robbed at knifepoint in New Bedford

NEW BEDFORD — A man hailed a taxi early Friday morning and, after a short ride, pressed a knife against the driver's neck and stole his cash, police said.

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Posted Nov. 17, 2012 at 12:01 AM

Posted Nov. 17, 2012 at 12:01 AM

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NEW BEDFORD — A man hailed a taxi early Friday morning and, after a short ride, pressed a knife against the driver's neck and stole his cash, police said.

The 22-year-old driver picked up the fare at the bus station and drove to North and Foster streets, where the robbery took place at about 1:40 a.m., Detective Capt. Steven Vicente said. Police did not disclose the amount of cash that was stolen.

The suspect was described as a thin black man with short hair and a slight beard wearing jeans and a black hooded sweatshirt. Police ask anyone with information to call them at 508-991-6300, ext. 320.